Registry for optimal treatment options for mitral valve issues

Choice of Optimal Transcatheter Treatment for Mitral Insufficiency Registry

Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf · NCT04688190

This study looks at how well different treatments work for people with serious mitral valve problems, comparing those who had a new valve implanted to those who weren't able to get that treatment.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf (other)
Locations43 sites (Tucson, Arizona and 42 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04688190 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This multinational observational study investigates the outcomes of patients with clinically significant mitral insufficiency who underwent transcatheter mitral valve implantation (TMVI) compared to those who were screened for TMVI but deemed ineligible. The study collects and analyzes echocardiography data at baseline and after various interventions, including edge-to-edge repair and surgical options. By examining these outcomes, the study aims to provide insights into the effectiveness of different treatment approaches for mitral regurgitation.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults with clinically significant mitral insufficiency who have been screened for TMVI.

Not a fit: Patients under 18 years of age will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify the most effective treatment options for patients with mitral regurgitation, leading to improved patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar observational approaches in evaluating treatment outcomes for heart conditions, suggesting this methodology is promising.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* clinically significant mitral insufficiency
* patient underwent screening for TMVI
* echocardiography data at baseline (and after TMVI, E2E and surgery)
* follow-up of at least 30 days

Exclusion Criteria:

\- age under 18 years

Where this trial is running

Tucson, Arizona and 42 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Mitral Regurgitation, Mitral Valve Disease, Mitral Annular Calcification

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.